Battery Cable: Service and Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Removal Procedure

Caution: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Record all preset and theft codes, (if equipped), from the radio.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. Verify that all the electrical components are OFF such as interior lights, all doors are closed, the underhood lamp, etc.
4. Loosen the clamping bolt from the battery negative cable.
5. Remove the battery negative cable from the battery.
6. Position the battery negative cable away from any body ground.

Installation Procedure

1. Verify that all the electrical components are OFF such as interior lights, all doors are closed, the underhood lamp, etc.
2. Clean corrosion from the negative battery cable using a metal brush.
3. Install the battery negative cable to the battery.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the clamping bolt to the negative cable.

Tighten the battery negative cable to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).

5. Reset the radio stations and the clock.